Timken rear wheel bearing installation

No I really can't do this at home, as I said, because I have no secure place to keep the car during the time the axles are out. So equipment aside, that's not really what I am asking.

I appreciate you answers, but what I want to know is:

1. In your opinions, as technicians, should I expect to be able to locate a competent shop that can do this for me? I am not asking if I "will" be able to find one, of course ... just if there is a reasonable chance of it IYO?

2. And now that you answered about the aftermarket shafts ... what should I be able to do to keep the 4.5" bolt pattern but go back to tappered rollers?

3. I'm sure some here have read R.E.'s articles in MA mag ... is it any clearer to any or you than it is to me (which, as I said it is not)?


EDIT>>> I am just now thinking that if I call Andy's R&R, perhaps they could offer some suggestions about this ... maybe they can sell me the complete axles with the bearings and offer info on a shop they know near me that has a good rep - think I might try that. But just the same, keep your info coming if you will please.